Events

Find out what’s happening across North Shields — from local gigs and art shows to community markets and heritage festivals. Discover unique events celebrating our people, culture, and creativity.

New Town of Culture competition to shine a spotlight on the contribution of towns that tell national story

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Why North Shields Should Apply for UK Town of Culture 2028 Following the success of North Shields 800, our town is already proving what’s possible...

North Shields at Christmas | Support Local & Shop Indie This Festive Season

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This Christmas, we’ve turned a classic festive song into something very North Shields – a love letter to our independent businesses, makers, cafés, artists...

Your Complete Guide to Christmas 2025 – North Shields to Newcastle

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Your Complete Guide to Christmas 2025 – North Shields to Newcastle

Sell-Out Performance of The Guest Raises Over £1,000 for Fishermen’s Mission

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The Guest

The Fish Quay was alive with energy as a sell-out audience gathered for Se Gæst | The Guest. A powerful and emotive production by acclaimed...

Exhibition: Harvest from the Deep

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Harvest from the Deep. North Shields Fisherman Martin Rogers at work

Photographs telling the story of North Shields’ fishing industry over the past decade are going on display as part of the town’s 800th anniversary celebrations. The...

Blyth Celebrates

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Blyth Celebrates, a Luminarium will be part of a vibrant programme of free events, festivals, live performances, hands-on activities and creative experiences for all ages.

From August 2025 to March 2026, Blyth town centre will come alive with a vibrant programme of free events, festivals, live performances, hands-on activities...

Exhibition: Harvest from the Deep

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Harvest from the Deep. North Shields Fisherman Martin Rogers at work

Photographs telling the story of North Shields’ fishing industry over the past decade are going on display as part of the town’s 800th anniversary celebrations. The...

Artists Across Ages

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Creating artwork, a talented group of young people and older residents who have collaborated on a special art project are set to see their work go on display.

A talented group of young people and older residents in North Tyneside who have collaborated on a special art project are set to see...

Community Day: Linskill Centre 

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As North Shields marks its 800th anniversary, local residents are invited to a special **Community Day at the Linskill Centre** on **Saturday 28 June**. With a packed programme of **free talks, music, displays and activities**, the event will celebrate the town’s rich history, heritage and culture. From **sea shanties and Northumbrian pipes** to stories of legendary locals and coastal rescues, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what you can expect at this one-of-a-kind celebration…

North Shields 800 Parade of Boats

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Crowds watch the Svitzer tug water jets at the unveiling of the Herring Girl on sculpture on the Fish Quay in September 2023

A spectacular highlight event as part of the North Shields 800 celebrations will see the River Tyne at the Fish Quay filled with a...

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Elected Mayor’s Neighbourhood Listening events: Have your say in your local...

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Residents are invited to meet Elected Mayor of North Tyneside Karen Clark and members of her Cabinet at a series of neighbourhood listening events...

Here Come The Gulls

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